1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Equator. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 155 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Equator. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Rally Raid | Equator |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3200 mm |
